Entertainment

SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER A NEW two-hander theatre produc­tion, The Empty Frame, makes its debut at the Bulawayo Theatre today, taking audiences into the complicated relationship between a father and his son. Directed by Zenzo Nyathi and starring Memory Kumbota and John Mabuyane, the play written by Mabuyane and Kumbota explores themes of family legacy, grief…

SUNGURA star Sugar Sugar is finally having his mo­ment in the sun. The musician, whose latest hit Mudododo has taken social media by storm, has been rewarded with a brand-new Toyota Fortuner and US$10 000 in cash by businessman Wicknell Chivayo in appreciation of the song’s success. For Sugar Sugar, the gesture could not have…

Anesu MirisawuSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERMUSICIANS from across generations and genres are set to converge at the third edition of the Simon Chimbetu Music Festival in Chegutu later this month.According to his son, Sulumani Chimbetu, the decision to feature artistes from different musical backgrounds was inspired by his father’s ability to unite people through music.“The idea was…

Anesu MirisawuSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER AMMARA Brown has turned her wedding day into a musical celebration, releasing Eternity, a romantic new single inspired by her husband and accompanied by visuals shot during her nuptials.The track, which features Zimdancehall star Freeman, offers fans an intimate glimpse into the singer’s special day, coming as anticipation continues to build…

Tinashe NekatiSTAFF WRITER MUSICIANS say the protracted dispute between the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (Zimura) and the Zimbabwe Council of Copyrights (Zicco) is hitting them where it hurts most — in their pockets.During parliamentary consultations held in Masvingo, Mutare and Chinhoyi on challenges facing the creative sector, artists accused the two collective management organisations (CMOs)…

Ashley MoyoSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER ZIMDANCEHALL star Freeman is set to bring his HKD Music Festival back to Glamis Arena on October 24, with the annual showcase entering its third edition.Since its launch in 2024, the festival has become an important platform for Freeman to celebrate his musical journey while bringing some of Zimbabwe’s leading performers…

Anesu MirisawuSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER SUNGURA star Alick Macheso will headline the Tourism and Culture Night concert at Caravan Park in Masvingo this Friday, as the city hosts the 2026 Sanganai/Hlanganani-Dzimbahwe Tourism Expo.The concert, being staged in partnership with Chipaz Promotions, will feature some of the country’s popular musicians, including Feli Nandi, Kurai Makore, Seh Calaz,…

Ashley MoyoSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER BUSINESSMAN Wicknell Chivayo has gifted a US$200 000 package to Zimdancehall musician Jnr Spragga, offering to buy him a house worth up to US$150 000 and furniture valued at US$50 000.Chivayo announced the news while praising the young musician’s raw talent, energetic performances and growing ability to command large audiences.The businessman…

LIFESTYLE EDITOR ZIMBABWEAN model Brunnette Makanyiso flew the country’s flag high after securing a place in the coveted Top 12 at Miss World 2026 in Vietnam. However, the 26-year-old phar­macist from Chitungwiza, one of five African contestants to progress to the Top 12, narrowly missed out on the “Beauty With A Purpose” fast-track place, edged…